VCCS’s 1 Week Job Search Challenge

VCCS’s 1 Week Job Search Challenge

Whether you’ve been job searching for a while or you are just starting your search, a job search strategy can make a big difference. Consider taking this 1 week job search challenge.

Monday – Research There are bound to be employers out there that don’t have your resume. Find them! Consider using Canada 411 (http://canada411.yellowpages.ca/) to search for a complete list of local companies related to your goal. Then research the companies online. For helping researching employers come in to VCCS and speak to a counsellor.

Tuesday – Update Update your resume and cover letter. Make sure you are ready to customize each for specific jobs and companies. Are these documents doing a good job of marketing you? Also, don’t forget your social media profiles. Whether it’s your resume or your LinkedIn profile, missing and outdated information says “I’m not on top of things”. Consider having a staff member in our Resource Room give your resume a look over.

Wednesday – Apply You’ve researched and prepared your application. Now you are applying with detailed applications that show you are an invested and enthusiastic candidate. Whether it is in person or online, focus on making a good first impression.

Thursday – Network There is a significant amount of companies that hire without posting jobs. How do you find these? Network! Catch up with former classmates, former co-workers, friends or industry contacts. Let them know you are looking for work and ask for leads.

Friday– Reflect Reflect on your week. What do you feel worked? What didn’t? What would you like to do differently next week? To add some new strategies to next week come into VCCS and speak with an employment counsellor.